Hello all,
I stopped by to visit Rivendell on Thursday while passing through on
my San Fran vacation. I was lucky enough to take the 48cm gray and red
Hunqapillar for a spin around the parking lot. I'm 5'4" and I'd say my
76cm PBH (barefoot) was about as low as I'd want to be on that bike.
Any sma
New to this list, but I see some people from other lists here too. (Kog and
LHT)
Great ride report. I was down at the Mt. Laguna Bicycle Classic a couple of
weeks ago and it was my first time in that area. You SD people are very
lucky. That looks like a great area to explore. I'll be back the
My friend is just about done selling off the parts bin in the garage.
He asked if the RBW group would like a shot before he tries his luck
on ebay.
He recently parted out a Specialized Sequoia (lugged steel) from the
80s and wants to sell the Cinelli bars and stem as a set. He is also
very tired
After work today I got out for a short out and back. Concord to W.C.
It was a grand day for it. Glad to hear the Roadeo is treating you
right Anne.
Harry
On May 2, 6:56 pm, Ray wrote:
> The Bay Area weather was stellar today, and I'm guessing lots of
> NorCal Rivendell folks were out in it. Whe
I did it. A really fine day for cycling. 74 miles, average 11.7 mph.
Next one will be: Monticello Metric in Solano County.
http://www.monticellocycling.org/century/rides.html
On May 2, 7:57 pm, RoadieRyan wrote:
> You can do it Eddie, ride your on pace, eat and drink regularly and
> have fun
On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 14:38, Bob wrote:
> What do you think this bike is worth, ballpark? I know this is
> probably dreaming, but I think it would take at least $2500 for me to
> part with her. It seems somehow unfair for this bike to hang in my
> basement for much longer.
I'm not sure I think
Alas, no riding for me this weekend despite sunny NorCal weather.
Saturday was spent getting in the vegetable garden, and today was
working support for my club's century ride. Better working the rest
stop than riding for me, with strong winds gusting into the upper 20's
it was brutal out there. A
On May 2, 2010, at 4:38 PM, Bob wrote:
What do you think this bike is worth, ballpark? I know this is
probably dreaming, but I think it would take at least $2500 for me to
part with her.
Find a way to keep it. Frankly I'd doubt you'd have much luck
getting 1/5 of that in most selling situ
(ride volunteer here...)
Mike does not mention the headwinds. Both ways. He finished after I
was done with my shift, so I didn't get to talk to him, but earlier
riders looked seriously wind-tossed. Tough ride for being mostly
flat.
Lynne
On May 2, 8:06 pm, RoadieRyan wrote:
> Congrats Mike lo
The California Visitor's Bureau should send us all a small stipend.
On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 5:31 PM, EricP wrote:
> Will second that. Having spent a week there last year, it was a great
> town for biking.
>
> But I've never been to Portland or ridden in Northern California, so
> my observations
On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 6:38 PM, Seth Vidal wrote:
> On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 7:51 PM, cyclotourist
> wrote:
> > My pleasure.
> >
> > If you have the flexibility on where to locate, I think San Diego should
> be
> > high on your list. Spend some time down there checking it out. Our post
> > ride
I tested out my new Roadeo on Metcalf Road, east of San Jose, making
sure it has low enough gears for the steep stuff. It does. It
performed flawlessly amid the last flowers of the spring. I'm going to
have to get better at climbing out of the saddle; this bike calls for
it.
I saw plenty of other
Congrats Mike looks like a gorgeous ride through the Western Oregon
back roads, glad the rain gods held off on you. Nice shots especially
for the camera phone
On May 2, 2:45 pm, Mike wrote:
> Thanks Scott. Yeah, no rain really, just a few half-hearted attempts.
>
> They did a great job with the
You can do it Eddie, ride your on pace, eat and drink regularly and
have fun.
The first time I did the Seattle to Portland ride -back to back
centuries over 2 days for mortals- I was new to riding as an adult and
was (are) a Clydesdale. My longest ride before the event was 66 miles
and I did fin
well, the weather here has been bizarre for two days, with
what has been called a '500 year' flood in nashville and surrounding
areas.
that said, when the worst of the worstended late today, i decided to
go for a ride.
the birds were chirping and skies got a little lighter, so i made my
way around
Thanks Doug,
I meant to send this directly to Michael - in back channel conversations we
came to the same conclusion :)
I'm a weirdly built guy (PBH of only around 84) but even still it's at least
one size too small for me, I'd guess.
Best,
Andrew
On May 2, 2010, at 7:01 PM, Doug Van Cleve wro
In general, RBW designs fit small. I am pretty sure this bike would be
significantly small for somebody your size...
Doug
On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 3:35 PM, andrew hill wrote:
> hi Michael,
>
> what's the standover on this? i'm 5'11 but have short legs, so it might
> fit..
> also, i'm down in L
The Bay Area weather was stellar today, and I'm guessing lots of
NorCal Rivendell folks were out in it. Where'd you folks ride? I did
almost catch up with one Riv sort out near China Beach riding what
looked to be an orange Sam, but other than him, no other Riv
sightings. My ride was from Novato
On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 7:51 PM, cyclotourist wrote:
> My pleasure.
>
> If you have the flexibility on where to locate, I think San Diego should be
> high on your list. Spend some time down there checking it out. Our post
> ride conversation centered around what a great cycling city SD is. Esteb
Here's a web site that might be useful.
http://www.vintage-trek.com/
Good luck
On May 2, 7:09 pm, Marty wrote:
> Ride it. Enjoy it. It will retain much of it's value even after you've
> used it. Very often these frames are repainted anyway by future buyers
> unless it is nearly showroom new. So
Will second that. Having spent a week there last year, it was a great
town for biking.
But I've never been to Portland or ridden in Northern California, so
my observations are limited.
Eric Platt
St. Paul, MN
On May 2, 6:51�pm, cyclotourist wrote:
> My pleasure.
>
> If you have the flexibility
Ride it. Enjoy it. It will retain much of it's value even after you've
used it. Very often these frames are repainted anyway by future buyers
unless it is nearly showroom new. So why not take it along, ditch the
lesser bikes and have fun with the one you really love?
Flip Side: Sell it, but IMHO,
I felt bad driving ~300 RT for it... but I did get the BP/EXXON/Chavez/Saud
family/bin Laden family award for excellence!
On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 4:09 PM, Michael_S wrote:
> yes, a gorgeous area to ride... next time I will make it happen! I
> should have come down but the 650 mile RT drive seeme
Bay Area is a nice central location on the West Coast. Seems like a natural
place to meet up for SoCalians and PDXians. But yeah, I'm always hoping to
make it up to the great wet north sometime...
On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 2:14 PM, Mike wrote:
> So many photos from the same epic ride. Bummer that
My pleasure.
If you have the flexibility on where to locate, I think San Diego should be
high on your list. Spend some time down there checking it out. Our post
ride conversation centered around what a great cycling city SD is. Esteban
can give you more information on specifics (whole new topic
Thanks to everyone who posted ideas about adding bag loops to a Brooks saddle.
I found a double snap clip at my local Ace Hardware, added a few zip ties, and
http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157623853970537/
Haven't road tested it yet, but I'm reasonably sure it won't fal
yes, a gorgeous area to ride... next time I will make it happen! I
should have come down but the 650 mile RT drive seemed a little much
for a day ride.
I certainly will do that ride when I move down there next year.
~Mike~
On May 2, 2:14 pm, Mike wrote:
> So many photos from the same epic ride
I put a pair of these on my wife's bike and they've worked pretty
well. They seem a little large but she hasn't complained.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Quality-Metal-Shimano-Compat-Thumb-Shifters-NEW-3X7-sp-/380229345035?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item58876f5f0b
On May 2, 11:33 am, ve
It's a special bike - except for the Maillard freewheel - assuming it
is still there. Along with the 959, the 720 is the most collectible
Trek. Good 720s are getting harder to find.
$2500 may be a stretch. But is fair starting off point. You're going
to have to get the word out there. Ebay w
hi Michael,
what's the standover on this? i'm 5'11 but have short legs, so it might fit..
also, i'm down in LA, fyi, but i'm quite interested, if the size works.
got any pics?
thanks,
andrew
On May 2, 2010, at 3:32 PM, Michael Gordon wrote:
> IBeautiful and rare Rivendell road bike intended f
IBeautiful and rare Rivendell road bike intended for 700C wheels with
canti-brake mounts sold as frame/fork/headset plus rear brake, good
fit for someone around 5' 5" - 5' 8" or so. Handmade in Japan by Toyo
for Rivendell Bicycle Works, lugged construction. This is a "do all"
bicycle perfect for
On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 6:11 PM, Bob wrote:
> I suppose another option (besides selling) is to get over it & use
> this bike in the same manner that I use all my other (more ordinary)
> bikes, i.e., ride it without a mind to its value, and enjoy it.
>
that's always a good idea. I can't think of a
I suppose another option (besides selling) is to get over it & use
this bike in the same manner that I use all my other (more ordinary)
bikes, i.e., ride it without a mind to its value, and enjoy it.
On May 2, 6:07 pm, Bob wrote:
> Thanks--I forgot to post the size. I believe they sized their tou
On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 6:07 PM, Bob wrote:
> Thanks--I forgot to post the size. I believe they sized their touring
> frames by inch back then, so this is a 24-inch frame, or about 60cm.
>
> I was hoping the frame had some collector desirability?
>
Bob,
I was kidding about the size thing - 58-61c
You might consider placing that bike in storage or leaving it with a
good friend while you are away. It seems from your post that the
bike has some sentimental value to you. Plus it may be unlikely that
you'll get the price you want for it (not that it isn't an awesome
rig, just that people are
Thanks--I forgot to post the size. I believe they sized their touring
frames by inch back then, so this is a 24-inch frame, or about 60cm.
I was hoping the frame had some collector desirability?
On May 2, 5:59 pm, Seth Vidal wrote:
> On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 5:38 PM, Bob wrote:
> > I realize this
On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 5:38 PM, Bob wrote:
> I realize this post is not Rivendell-related--I hope it's OK. My
> sense is that the group members here might know a few things about
> other fine bicycles, and I would appreciate an opinion.
>
> I have a 1985 Trek 720. I have upgraded it over the year
Thanks Scott. Yeah, no rain really, just a few half-hearted attempts.
They did a great job with the route. Lots of quiet roads and on the
busier roads there was an adequate shoulder.
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I realize this post is not Rivendell-related--I hope it's OK. My
sense is that the group members here might know a few things about
other fine bicycles, and I would appreciate an opinion.
I have a 1985 Trek 720. I have upgraded it over the years: It has
700c Lesnik-built wheels with Phil Wood hu
So many photos from the same epic ride. Bummer that Portland is so far
away. It would be great to have all of you up here for a ride this
summer. I doubt I'll be in CA this year. Who knows, one of these days
maybe some of us will meet up. That ride you guys did is right up my
ally.
--mike
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Mid to upper level, good condition, double or single sided (the Ultegra
level touring pedals would be very nice, as would older 520s and 540s and of
course XTRs). The Looks are the mid levels that cost about $160 new and have
less than 200 miles on them. The RX-1s have a season's worth, so say 1500
Very Nice pictorial, thanks Mike.
Weather looks like it held pretty nicely for the 400k.
[liked the twisty stem shot ~at first I thought "Uh Oh!!" and then
realized it was digi-cam morph]
-Scott
On May 2, 12:25 pm, Mike wrote:
> Glad to have this ride behind me. This was my second 400k and whi
Jebus, another gorgeous slideshow!!
Thank You for sharing, David.
Man, you folks are making my wife, Amy, and me reconsider our thinking
on NorCal for our next relocation... these pics + riding look
absolutely amazing & fantastic! Had no idea anything like this was
available in SoCal. Had been
Aaron, those pictures are great. Nice to see the rope swing was still
up.
mike
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Glad to have this ride behind me. This was my second 400k and while a
bit slower than last year I felt a lot better and had a great time.
Started at 5am with a large group riding into the wind. The pace was
pretty fast (for me) for the first 30 miles or so and then me and some
others dropped off th
On May 1, 4:18 pm, Jeff Feldstein wrote:
> Apparently these folks throw some pipe insulation on their bikes and throw
> it on the plane.
I've done it with my Quickbeam. When I arrived at the other end, I
stowed the pipe insulation in a bag, put on the pedals, straightened
the bars, and rode to
Saturday morning, Grant led a little group out to Shell Ridge to check
up on a tree swing. Read the back-story here:
http://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news_post/232
Here are a few (admittedly crappy) iPhone photos from the ride:
http://tinyurl.com/28ekfu7
It was a fantastic outing, with good company
I've added a narrative post to the blog here:
http://veloflaneur.wordpress.com/2010/05/02/may-day-ride-circumnavigating-mt-cuyamaca/
Ready to do that again!
Esteban
San Diego, Calif.
On May 2, 9:25 am, Dustin Sharp wrote:
> So far I'm pleased as punch with it, especially as it makes swapping be
Is this by any chance the same Steve Hemmelgarn who is a late 1980's
CICS graduate?
On Apr 30, 6:27 am, Steve Hemmelgarn wrote:
> Dick,
>
> Good message and good idea!
>
> It would be nice to see a few more Riv's.
>
> Steve
>
>
> From: Dick Denning
> To: RBW Own
Those IRD shifters look sweet, but $160?!? For that kind of scratch
I'd save some money and hunt up a vintage pair of old XT's unless you
need 9 speed indexed - and in that case you could also go bar-ends on
Paul Thumbies. The less cogs you run in the rear, the cheaper you can
get the bar-ends for,
So far I'm pleased as punch with it, especially as it makes swapping between
4 bikes with different wheel sizes easy. Lots of stats and figures to geek
out on. The heart rate monitor is fun too--first time ever experimenting
with one.
Re the altimeter: when you upload your data to the online sys
Have one. Great bike. Even if I got a Hunq. I do not think I would part with
mine.Jim D. Massachusetts
--- On Sat, 5/1/10, jandrews_nyc wrote:
From: jandrews_nyc
Subject: [RBW] WTB: 57cm Beriot
To: "RBW Owners Bunch"
Date: Saturday, May 1, 2010, 10:42 PM
I'm always on the lookout for a
Mark:
The last couple of years, at Friday evenings' TOSRV registration, The
Country Bike Shop
has had a display of Rivendell's. Glad you've enjoyed the display
Mark, but I couldn't
get the planets to align this year, and I'll not be doing a vendor
display. Maybe again next
year.
Maybe Mark has
Dustin,
Great photos. Interesting ride statistics. How do you like the Garmin
500? How accurate is the altimeter?
-Mike
On May 1, 10:59 pm, Dustin Sharp wrote:
> Seven turned out for today's SoCal Riv ride, riding everything from a Roadeo
> with Jack Browns, to a MTB singlespeed with 29x2.4 tir
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